Dual credit

Earn college credit in high school

Get a head start on college with University of Idaho’s Dual Credit Program. Earn college credits that count toward both your high school and college graduation — and transfer to most other colleges and universities. Wherever you’re from and whatever your goals, we’ll meet you where you are and help you build a meaningful path forward.

What is dual credit?

Dual credit lets you earn college and high school credits at the same time. If you have at least a 2.5 GPA, you can take college courses online, on campus or at your high school.

Benefits of dual credit

• Save time: Complete general education classes before you get to college.
• Experience college: Gain confidence navigating college resources and college-level courses.
• Learn from anywhere: Take courses online, on U of I campuses or at your high school.
• Access campus resources: Enjoy access to U of I resources like academic advising, financial advising, Idaho’s largest library, online tutoring and more.

How dual credit works

Choose your classes: Take U of I courses at your high school, online or on a U of I campus. Courses are taught by approved instructors and U of I faculty and align with college-level standards.

Earn high school and college credit: Courses count for both your high school diploma and college transcript, helping you graduate ahead of the curve.

Transfer or apply to U of I: Dual credits apply toward a U of I degree or can be transferred to most other colleges and universities. Save syllabi and assignments to support credit transfer elsewhere.

Who can enroll in dual credit?

High school students who are enrolled in an Idaho public or private school, or who are homeschooled, are eligible to apply for Dual Credit if they have at least a 2.5 GPA and the approval of a parent or guardian.

Can I enroll if I’m under 16?

Students under the age of 16 may apply, but Idaho State Board of Education policy requires students under 16 to submit a petition to enroll in post-secondary courses. Email the Dual Credit office for more information.

Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for Dual Credit?

All University of Idaho Dual Credit students must apply for admission and request courses through a platform called DualEnroll.

Read instructions for setting up your DualEnroll account and more in our Student Handbook.

How do I pay?

Tuition costs for Dual Credit courses may be covered for eligible Idaho residents. You will be responsible for additional costs such as lab and web fees, books, supplies and transportation.

Visit our billing and payment information page to learn how to apply for funding, payment plans and more.

How do I get a student email and ID?

Once admitted, students automatically receive a U of I student email (ex. vand3456@vandals.uidaho.edu) and a Vandal ID number (ex. V00123456). After submitting an application through DualEnroll, students will receive this information within three to five business days to the email account they listed in DualEnroll.  

How do I set up my student account?

Setting up a student account

How do I apply to U of I after I graduate high school?

You will need to apply to U of I again, this time as a first-year undergraduate through our application website. There is no application fee for Idaho residents!

How do I request transcripts?

Unofficial transcripts are available to students through MyUI. Order official transcripts online through the National Clearinghouse or by mailing a transcript request form.

Will my dual credits transfer to other colleges?

Most Idaho institutions and many out-of-state schools accept dual credits. Contact the admissions office at your intended college to confirm.

To support your case, keep the course syllabus, catalog description and any major assignments.